End the Curse of Loan Sharks: Uphold Justice and Compassion in Malaysia

The Issue

Ah Long (ceti haram) terus mengambil kesempatan ke atas rakyat Malaysia yang terdesak, memerangkap keluarga dalam kitaran hutang dan ketakutan. Pemberi pinjaman haram ini mengenakan kadar faedah yang melampau dan menggunakan taktik ugutan, menyebabkan penderitaan sosial dan tekanan yang amat dahsyat. Penindasan ini jelas bercanggah dengan prinsip asas Islam iaitu keadilan (adl) dan ihsan (kasih sayang), yang menuntut keadilan dan perlindungan terhadap golongan lemah.

Walaupun undang-undang sedia ada telah wujud, penguatkuasaan masih lemah, membiarkan kegiatan Ah Long berleluasa. Akibatnya sangat meruncing: keluarga hancur, jenayah meningkat, dan kebimbangan berleluasa dalam masyarakat.

Kami menyeru kepada YB Menteri Perdagangan Dalam Negeri dan Kos Sara Hidup, Peguam Negara, Ketua Polis Negara, dan Gabenor Bank Negara Malaysia agar mengambil tindakan segera:

Memperhebat penguatkuasaan terhadap kegiatan pinjaman haram.
Menyediakan alternatif pinjaman yang mampu milik dan mudah diakses untuk golongan berpendapatan rendah.
Meningkatkan kesedaran awam mengenai bahaya ceti haram.
Menyokong mangsa dengan saluran aduan yang selamat serta perlindungan undang-undang.
Dengan bertindak tegas dan berbelas kasihan, para pemimpin kita dapat menegakkan nilai keadilan dan rahmat yang menjadi teras Islam dan Tasawuf, serta melindungi kesejahteraan seluruh rakyat Malaysia.

💬 Seruan Tindakan:

Kami menggesa para pembuat dasar untuk mendengar suara rakyat dan bertindak segera dengan penuh ihsan. Sudah tiba masanya untuk menghentikan eksploitasi oleh Ah Long. Marilah kita pulihkan maruah, ketenangan, dan keadilan di setiap rumah rakyat Malaysia.

Bersama-sama, kita mampu membina masyarakat bebas daripada belenggu pinjaman pemangsa — sebuah masyarakat yang sistem kewangannya dipandu oleh keadilan dan belas kasihan, selari dengan semangat Islam dan Tasawuf.

Sila tandatangani petisyen ini untuk menuntut tindakan segera daripada kerajaan. Sokongan anda mampu menyelamatkan ribuan nyawa dan memberi harapan kepada mereka yang terperangkap dalam hutang. ✊📜

English Version:

Loan sharks continue to prey on vulnerable Malaysians, trapping families in cycles of debt and fear. These illegal lenders charge exorbitant interest rates and use intimidation tactics, causing immense social harm and emotional distress. This exploitation contradicts the fundamental Islamic principles of justice (adl) and compassion (ihsan), which call for fairness and the protection of the weak.

Despite existing laws, enforcement remains insufficient, allowing these predators to operate freely. The consequences are severe: broken families, increased crime, and widespread anxiety in communities.

We call on the Minister of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs, the Attorney General, the Inspector-General of Police, and the Governor of Bank Negara Malaysia to take urgent action by:

Strengthening enforcement against illegal lending activities.
Providing accessible and affordable credit alternatives for low-income Malaysians.
Raising public awareness about the dangers of loan sharks.
Supporting victims through protective measures and safe reporting channels.
By acting decisively, our leaders can uphold the values of justice and mercy that lie at the heart of Islam and Sufism, safeguarding the well-being of all Malaysians.

💬 Call to Action:

We urge decision makers to listen to the voices of the people and act with urgency and compassion. The time to end exploitation by loan sharks is now. Let us restore dignity, peace, and justice to every Malaysian home.

Together, we can build a society free from the chains of predatory lending — a society where fairness and mercy guide our financial systems, reflecting the true spirit of Islam and Sufism.

Please sign this petition to demand immediate government action. Your support can protect countless lives and bring hope to those trapped in debt. ✊📜

avatar of the starter
Shafiq Harnizal Shahrul ZamanPetition StarterI’m a Muslim on the Sufi path, standing for compassion, dignity, and healing. I oppose casinos, gambling, nightclubs, and prostitution—not out of hate, but love for those harmed and hope for a better society. Real change begins in the heart.

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The Issue

Ah Long (ceti haram) terus mengambil kesempatan ke atas rakyat Malaysia yang terdesak, memerangkap keluarga dalam kitaran hutang dan ketakutan. Pemberi pinjaman haram ini mengenakan kadar faedah yang melampau dan menggunakan taktik ugutan, menyebabkan penderitaan sosial dan tekanan yang amat dahsyat. Penindasan ini jelas bercanggah dengan prinsip asas Islam iaitu keadilan (adl) dan ihsan (kasih sayang), yang menuntut keadilan dan perlindungan terhadap golongan lemah.

Walaupun undang-undang sedia ada telah wujud, penguatkuasaan masih lemah, membiarkan kegiatan Ah Long berleluasa. Akibatnya sangat meruncing: keluarga hancur, jenayah meningkat, dan kebimbangan berleluasa dalam masyarakat.

Kami menyeru kepada YB Menteri Perdagangan Dalam Negeri dan Kos Sara Hidup, Peguam Negara, Ketua Polis Negara, dan Gabenor Bank Negara Malaysia agar mengambil tindakan segera:

Memperhebat penguatkuasaan terhadap kegiatan pinjaman haram.
Menyediakan alternatif pinjaman yang mampu milik dan mudah diakses untuk golongan berpendapatan rendah.
Meningkatkan kesedaran awam mengenai bahaya ceti haram.
Menyokong mangsa dengan saluran aduan yang selamat serta perlindungan undang-undang.
Dengan bertindak tegas dan berbelas kasihan, para pemimpin kita dapat menegakkan nilai keadilan dan rahmat yang menjadi teras Islam dan Tasawuf, serta melindungi kesejahteraan seluruh rakyat Malaysia.

💬 Seruan Tindakan:

Kami menggesa para pembuat dasar untuk mendengar suara rakyat dan bertindak segera dengan penuh ihsan. Sudah tiba masanya untuk menghentikan eksploitasi oleh Ah Long. Marilah kita pulihkan maruah, ketenangan, dan keadilan di setiap rumah rakyat Malaysia.

Bersama-sama, kita mampu membina masyarakat bebas daripada belenggu pinjaman pemangsa — sebuah masyarakat yang sistem kewangannya dipandu oleh keadilan dan belas kasihan, selari dengan semangat Islam dan Tasawuf.

Sila tandatangani petisyen ini untuk menuntut tindakan segera daripada kerajaan. Sokongan anda mampu menyelamatkan ribuan nyawa dan memberi harapan kepada mereka yang terperangkap dalam hutang. ✊📜

English Version:

Loan sharks continue to prey on vulnerable Malaysians, trapping families in cycles of debt and fear. These illegal lenders charge exorbitant interest rates and use intimidation tactics, causing immense social harm and emotional distress. This exploitation contradicts the fundamental Islamic principles of justice (adl) and compassion (ihsan), which call for fairness and the protection of the weak.

Despite existing laws, enforcement remains insufficient, allowing these predators to operate freely. The consequences are severe: broken families, increased crime, and widespread anxiety in communities.

We call on the Minister of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs, the Attorney General, the Inspector-General of Police, and the Governor of Bank Negara Malaysia to take urgent action by:

Strengthening enforcement against illegal lending activities.
Providing accessible and affordable credit alternatives for low-income Malaysians.
Raising public awareness about the dangers of loan sharks.
Supporting victims through protective measures and safe reporting channels.
By acting decisively, our leaders can uphold the values of justice and mercy that lie at the heart of Islam and Sufism, safeguarding the well-being of all Malaysians.

💬 Call to Action:

We urge decision makers to listen to the voices of the people and act with urgency and compassion. The time to end exploitation by loan sharks is now. Let us restore dignity, peace, and justice to every Malaysian home.

Together, we can build a society free from the chains of predatory lending — a society where fairness and mercy guide our financial systems, reflecting the true spirit of Islam and Sufism.

Please sign this petition to demand immediate government action. Your support can protect countless lives and bring hope to those trapped in debt. ✊📜

avatar of the starter
Shafiq Harnizal Shahrul ZamanPetition StarterI’m a Muslim on the Sufi path, standing for compassion, dignity, and healing. I oppose casinos, gambling, nightclubs, and prostitution—not out of hate, but love for those harmed and hope for a better society. Real change begins in the heart.

The Decision Makers

Attorney General of Malaysia
Attorney General of Malaysia
Attorney General’s Chambers
Governor of Bank Negara Malaysia
Governor of Bank Negara Malaysia
Bank Negara Malaysia (Central Bank)
Inspector-General of Police (IGP)
Inspector-General of Police (IGP)
Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM)
Minister of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs
Minister of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs
Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (MDTCA)
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